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Clogmakers France 18th C
Five men at work in a workshop in 18th century France, making clogs out of wood. Date: Circa 1760
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1760 Clog Clogs Manufacture Shoe Maker Woodworking Workshop Sabot
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This evocative 18th century print captures the daily life of five skilled artisans at work in a clogmaking workshop in France, circa 1760. Dressed in traditional attire of the era, the men are intently focused on their craft, each engaged in a specific task essential to the creation of these wooden footwear staples. The scene unfolds in a dimly lit, rustic setting, with rough-hewn wooden beams and planks forming the walls and ceiling of the workshop. The air is thick with the scent of freshly cut wood and the sounds of hammering and sawing fill the room. In the foreground, a man carefully shapes a clog on a wooden last using a mallet and chisel. Another man, seated at a long workbench, meticulously carves intricate designs into the wood. A third man, clad in a long apron, saws planks into thin slices, while a fourth man sorts through piles of raw materials. A fifth man, standing at the back of the room, feeds fresh logs into the fire to keep the workshop warm. Clogs, or sabots, were an essential part of rural French life during the 18th century. Made primarily from wood, these simple yet sturdy shoes were ideal for working in the fields and muddy conditions. This print offers a rare glimpse into the world of these humble yet essential artisans, providing a window into the past and the rich history of handcrafted clogmaking in France during the 18th century.
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